FAQ

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What platforms are supported?

Currently Shard is available for macOS. Windows and Linux support is planned for future releases.

Does it support modded Minecraft?

Yes! Shard supports Fabric, Forge, and NeoForge loaders. You can browse and install mods from Modrinth and CurseForge directly within the launcher.

How does content deduplication work?

When you add a mod or resource pack, Shard computes its SHA-256 hash and stores it in a content-addressed store. If another profile uses the same mod, it simply references the existing file. No copies are made.

Can I use my existing Minecraft account?

Yes, Shard uses Microsoft OAuth authentication. Your existing Microsoft account works seamlessly, and you can add multiple accounts.

Is Shard open source?

Yes, Shard is fully open source. The core library is written in Rust, and the desktop app uses Tauri with React. See the GitHub repository  for the source code.

Where is my data stored?

All data is stored locally in ~/.shard/. This includes profiles, the content store, Minecraft data, and your account tokens.